Clotrim antifungal (topical)

Clotrim antifungal (topical)

Uses for Clotrim antifungal

This medicine is available both over-the-counter (OTC) and with a doctor's prescription.

Before using Clotrim antifungal

When deciding whether to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the benefits it produces. This is a decision that you and your doctor will make. The following should be noted with this medicine:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had an unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your doctor if you have other allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives or animals. For over-the-counter products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatrics

This medicine has been tested in children and has not been shown to cause any side effects or problems other than in adults at effective doses.

geriatrics

Many drugs have not been specifically studied in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work the same way as they do in younger adults. Although there is no specific information comparing the use of topical clotrimazole in the elderly with its use in other age groups, this drug is not expected to cause any different side effects or problems in the elderly than in younger adults.

Breastfeeding

There are insufficient studies in women to determine the risk to infants when using this drug while breast-feeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Drug interactions

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines can be used together, although interactions may occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose or other precautions may be necessary. If you are taking this medicine, it is particularly important that your doctor knows whether you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions were selected for their potential significance and are not necessarily exhaustive.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is not usually recommended but may be necessary in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both medicines.

• Tacrolimus

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may result in an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both medicines may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both medicines.

• Trimetrexat

Interactions with food/tobacco/alcohol

Certain medicines should not be taken during or near food or consumption of certain foods because interactions may occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain medications can also lead to interactions. Discuss using your medicine with food, alcohol or tobacco with your doctor.

Proper use of Clotrim antifungal

Apply enough clotrimazole to cover the affected and surrounding skin areas and rub gently.

Keep this medicine away from your eyes.

When clotrimazole is used to treat certain types of fungal skin infections, an occlusive dressing (airtight covering, such as plastic wrap in the kitchen) should not be placed over the medicine. This can cause skin irritation. Do not apply an occlusive dressing over this medicine unless directed to do so by your doctor.

To help your infection heal completely, it is very important that you use this medicine throughout the treatment period, even if your symptoms start to improve after a few days. Because fungal infections may be slow to clear up, you may need to continue using this medicine daily for several weeks or longer. If you stop using this medicine too soon, your symptoms may come back. Don't miss a dose.

dosage

The dose of this medicine is different for different patients. Follow your doctor's instructions or the label directions. The following information includes average doses of this medicine only. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to.

The amount of medicine you take depends on the strength of the medicine. In addition, the number of doses you take each day, the time between doses, and how long you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• Für topische Darreichungsformen (Creme, Lotion und Lösung):
  • Pilzinfektionen (Behandlung):
    • Erwachsene und Kinder: Zweimal täglich morgens und abends anwenden.

Missed dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule.

storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Protect from freezing.

Keep away from children.

Do not keep medications that are outdated or no longer needed.

Precautions when using Clotrim Antifungal

If your skin problem does not improve within 4 weeks or gets worse, contact your doctor.

Side effects of Clotrim antifungal drug

In addition to the necessary effects, a medicine may also have some undesirable effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, medical attention may be required if they occur.

Contact your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

• Hautausschlag, Nesselsucht, Blasenbildung, Brennen, Juckreiz, Abblättern, Rötung, Stechen, Schwellung oder andere Anzeichen einer Hautreizung, die vor der Anwendung dieses Arzneimittels nicht auftraten

Some patients may also experience other side effects not listed. If you notice other side effects, contact your doctor.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Commonly used brand names

In the USA

• Clotrim Antimykotikum
• Cruex verschreibungspflichtige Stärke
• Lotrimin
• Lotrimin AF
• Mycelex

In Canada

• Canesten
• Clotrimaderm
• Desenex
• Myclo-Derm
• Neo-Zol

Available dosage forms:

• Creme
• Lösung
• Lotion

Therapeutic Class: Antifungal

Chemical Class: Imidazole

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